Things to do in Birmingham

Dropout Improv

The tour will feature appearances by Dropout regulars Jacob Wysocki, Kurt Maloney and some special guests as they connect with a live audience and return to the…

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

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The Streets

The Mike Skinner-fronted project known for blending genres that include garage, hip hop, indie and ska.Inspired by bands like Run-DMC, Beastie Boys, De La Soul,…

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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The Big Bang Fair

End the school year with a Big Bang! Spark curiosity and excite students with the world of science and engineering at The Big Bang Fair.Attend the UK’s biggest…

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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Ray Lamontagne

Rootsy US singer/songwriter with an increasingly intoxicating laidback sound.

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

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Marina

Welsh singer-songwriter Marina, formerly Marina and the Diamonds.Along with her most popular singles ­– Primadonna, How To Be A Heartbreaker, Oh No!

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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Omar

Omar Lye-Fook MBE is without doubt, one of the greatest soul music talents the United Kingdom has ever produced.His deep baritone vocals sit perfectly on multi-…

The Jam House, Birmingham

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Rainbow Kitten Surprise

The band plays indie pop and earnest, harmony-driven folk-rock.

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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Old Skool Bingo

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of RnB-inspired fun and games with our unique twist on classic bingo!Slow it down and groove to the hottest beats as we c…

Sector 57, Birmingham

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Fashion Thrift Society

We have meticulously curated over 200 unique vendors, each offering an extensive array of vintage and preloved clothing items.

Doug Ellis Sports Centre, Birmingham

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Aldous Harding

Aldous Harding is a rare artist who defies conventions and categorisation, creating lush, off-kilter indie pop.

Birmingham Town Hall, Birmingham

Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit

What happens after an artist has achieved his dreams? That was the major ques­tion Jason Isbell was asking himself leading up to the creation of his newest albu…

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

Annie

Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage.

The Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham

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Fakemink: A Terrible Beauty . - The Tour

Ahead of his upcoming album, 'Terrified', UK underground star Fakemink has announced his new tour, 'a Terrible Beauty'.

O2 Institute, Birmingham

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Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert

Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ Live in Concert, featuring John Williams’ GRAMMY® Award-winning score, will be performed live to the film on a UK…

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

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Bruce Foxton

Bruce Foxton is a part of the English Rock and Roll establishment. A musician who is most commonly recognised as the bass player in legendary bands The Jam and…

South and City College Birmingham, Birmingham

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Overpass

Ascending Midlands indie outfit overpass began their journey in the midst of national restrictions, releasing their debut single 'One Night Lover' in Autumn 202…

Mama Roux's, Birmingham

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Derek Mitchell: Double Dutch

Stand-up and characters from the hilarious Derek Mitchell, whose online sketches have generated over 250 million views and a dedicated following.

MAC (Midlands Arts Centre), Birmingham

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Space Station Earth

Tickets On Sale: 10am Friday 10th October 2025Space Station EarthDoors: 7pm

Birmingham Town Hall, Birmingham

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BAFTA Games In Concert

Kilimanjaro, esk and Nibbs Events present:BAFTA Games in ConcertA landmark live concert celebrating two decades of BAFTA-nominated and award-winning games music…

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

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The King's Voice: Gordon Hendricks as Elvis

In Stoke on Trent in the early seventies, a young Gordon Hendricks played to an imaginary crowd.

Cathedral Square, Birmingham

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Tarang Hardikar: If I'm Not Wrong

Rising comedy star Tarang Hardikar brings his sharp wit and hilarious perspective to the UK and Europe for the first time with his brand-new show If I’m Not Wro…

The Old Rep Theatre, Birmingham

Counting Crows

Introspective Californian roots rockers with a string of high-profile hits including Mr Jones and Accidentally In LoveIt’s easy to see Counting Crows as a band…

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

Les Misérables

See a brilliant new staging of one of the most popular musicals of all time. Featuring all the iconic songs from the original score.

Utilita Arena, Birmingham

AnimeCon UK

AnimeCon UK is an enormous international Anime, Manga, K-pop Festival! A showcase of the best of Asian pop culture in the UK’s largest exhibition venue.

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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Barry Manilow

With worldwide sales of more than 80 million records, Barry Manilow’s success is a benchmark in popular music. His concerts sell out instantly.

bp Pulse LIVE, Birmingham

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Ismo: Woo Hoo! World Tour

Ismo: Woo Hoo! World Tour at Birmingham Town Hall, Birmingham

Birmingham Town Hall, Birmingham

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BBC Gardeners’ World Live

Celebrate everything you love about summer gardening with a day out at BBC Gardeners’ World Live!

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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BBC Good Food Show Summer

Step into summer this June at the BBC Good Food Show Summer!Try and buy from 100s of independent producers and big brands and pick up plenty of recipe inspirati…

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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Good Food Show Summer

The Good Food Show Summer is an ultimate foodie day out featuring live cooking demonstrations, celebrity chefs, seasonal flavours, and outdoor entertaining insp…

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Ethel Cain

The jaded daughter of a dead preacher-man caught in an exodus, Ethel Cain winds her way through a dizzying attempt at escape from her suffocating upbringing onl…

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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Royel Otis

Sydney indie rising stars Royel Otis are embarking on a journey. Following the success of their debut EP Campus in 2021, they launched into 2022 with their exub…

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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Def Leppard and Whitesnake

2018 will see Def Leppard perform their Hysteria album in full, in addition to other hits, across UK arenas.As a cornerstone of rock and roll’s history, Def Lep…

bp Pulse LIVE, Birmingham

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Sammy Hagar

Sammy Hagar ("The Red Rocker") is an American rock vocalist, guitarist, and entrepreneur.

bp Pulse LIVE, Birmingham

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Men's One Day International Series: England vs India

England take on India in this International fixture.

Edgbaston, Birmingham

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MCM Birmingham Comic Con

MCM Comic Con is back in Birmingham this December, for another epic three-day weekend celebrating all the fandoms we love.

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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Gravity Show

Picture this: A spectacular gathering of over 30,000 passionate enthusiasts and families, a jaw-dropping showcase of hundreds of Europe's most mind-blowing show…

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Glee

Glee is the UK's leading garden and outdoor living trade show, hosting the most exciting brands, innovative products and inspiring garden retail insights.As the…

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Jane McDonald

One of the nation’s most loved entertainers will tour the UK in her brand new show.

Utilita Arena, Birmingham

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The Cat Show Live

The Largest Cat event in recent years with 3 globally recognised cat registries (GCCF, Fife & TICA) coming together under one roof to celebrate our feline frien…

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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VeXpo

Come join us for Europe's first ever VTuber convention - a celebration of creators of all sizes!You'll have the opportunity to attend panels and concerts, as we…

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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André Rieu

There is no more natural a successor to the great Johann Strauss than André Rieu. The Dutch conductor, violinist and composer has taken many cues from the rever…

bp Pulse LIVE, Birmingham

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Niall Horan

The multi-Platinum-selling singer/songwriter first rose to prominence as part of the internationally acclaimed One Direction and has since firmly established hi…

Utilita Arena, Birmingham

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The National Wedding Show

With hundreds of experts you can be sure to tick off many of the wedding planning basics in just one day.

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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Horse of the Year Show

The biggest week of the year for Equestrian entertainment is back.

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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Daniel Sloss

Daniel’s previous ground-breaking, global smash-hits include ‘HUBRiS’ (the world’s biggest solo comedy touring show for most of 2021 as reported in Pollstar) an…

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

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The World Of Hans Zimmer: A New Dimension

The new show represents Zimmer’s relentless drive to push artistic boundaries, explore new paths, and continuously evolve his sound.

Utilita Arena, Birmingham

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The Motorhome & Caravan Show

See the latest models, accessories and tech for your touring holiday all in one place.

NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

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The Shamrocks

The roaring, rousing atmosphere of traditional Irish pubs will be brought to stages across the country as Emmy Award-winning group The Shamrocks embark on their…

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

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